Logistics Assistant

Cogent Communications is a public company trading on the NASDAQ under the symbol CCOI. Cogent’s corporate headquarters is located in the Georgetown area of Washington, D.C.

Cogent is a Tier One ISP focused on delivering a focused set of Internet access products ranging from 500 Kbps to 1,000 Mbps to businesses in the multi-tenant marketplace in more than 30 markets across the United States, Canada and several countries in Europe. Cogent’s facilities-based all-optical end-to-end IP network enables 100 Mbps connectivity, a rate that is about 100 times faster than observed T1 capacity (or 65 times faster than the published rate of 1.544 Mbps).

Cogent’s network consists of a dedicated 80 Gigabit nationwide fiber optic backbone, intra-city fiber rings and optically-interfaced high-speed routers. This highly efficient network enables Cogent to not only provide customers with unheard of pricing, but it also enables Cogent to protect customer connections at the data level (Layer 3) where every packet of data is protected and routed to its final destination.

Cogent is currently recruiting for the following position:Logistics Assistant

 

The Logistics Assistant is responsible for the accurate storing and receiving of goods and the counting, picking and loading of goods as designated on orders in, within, on the grounds of, or out of the distribution center.  Additionally, the Logistics Assistant is responsible to proactively monitor reports, process inventory data updates, assist other members of Cogent Communications with inventory and shipment issues, and perform other duties as assigned by the Logistics Manager.  Applicants should possess an average skill level in PC applications and email use, in addition to familiarity with MS Excel.

 

 

Position Requirements:

 

Key Responsibilities and Tasks:Unload, sort, verify, stock, segregate, pick, reserve, replenish, pack, count and load merchandise as designated on orders.Monitor inbound and outbound shipments, and provide basic communication and escalation with Cogent Communications’ vendorsAccurate and timely processing of reports and paperwork associated with the various procedures and duties.Know, follow and perform to the maximum levels of quality and productivity standards.Conduct cycle counts and physical inventories as required.Maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area. Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse.Operate forklift, pallet jack, and other basic warehouse equipmentLift 70 poundsRoutinely corresponds with vendors and parties within Cogent via email, and telephone in the execution of role assignmentsServes as a point of contact for emergency shipping and receiving, including after-hour and weekend on-call assignmentsAbility to perform functions and duties under the direction of management or supervision

 

Position Location and Conditions:

 

Position is located onsite at Cogent Communications’ Sterling, VA distribution center, and will include:Standing for prolonged periodsWarehouse environmentManual labor related to typical warehouse duties